Relocation: meaning, definitions and examples

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relocation

 

[ ˌriː.ləʊˈkeɪ.ʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

changing residence

Relocation refers to the process of moving from one place to another, usually for work or personal reasons. It involves the physical transportation of belongings and the establishment of a new living or working environment.

Synonyms

migration, moving, transplantation

Examples of usage

  • His relocation to a new city was a big adjustment for him.
  • The company offered a relocation package to help with the move.
  • She decided to accept the job offer despite the relocation involved.
Context #2 | Noun

job transfer

In a business context, relocation can also refer to an employee being transferred to a different location by their employer. This could involve moving to a different city, state, or even country.

Synonyms

posting, reassignment, transfer

Examples of usage

  • The company decided to offer him a promotion with a relocation to their international office.
  • She was excited about the opportunity for relocation to the company's headquarters.

Translations

Translations of the word "relocation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 relocação

🇮🇳 स्थानांतरण

🇩🇪 Verlagerung

🇮🇩 relokasi

🇺🇦 переміщення

🇵🇱 przeniesienie

🇯🇵 転勤 (tenkin)

🇫🇷 relocation

🇪🇸 reubicación

🇹🇷 yeniden yerleştirme

🇰🇷 이전 (ijeon)

🇸🇦 إعادة توطين

🇨🇿 přemístění

🇸🇰 presídlenie

🇨🇳 搬迁 (bānqiān)

🇸🇮 premestitev

🇮🇸 flutningur

🇰🇿 көшіру

🇬🇪 გადასახლება

🇦🇿 köçürülmə

🇲🇽 reubicación

Etymology

The word 'relocation' originated from the Latin word 'relocare', which means 'to place again'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 19th century. The concept of relocation has been a common practice throughout history, as people have moved for various reasons such as exploration, trade, and settlement.

See also: relocating, relocator.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,788 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.